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How Bad Was GDPR’s Impact on Email?
According to one estimate, nearly a quarter of email recipients unsubscribed in response to those GDPR privacy disclosure emails marketers sent at the end of last month.
Medical Groups Come Out in Force to Defend ACA in Lawsuit
Soon after Attorney General Jeff Sessions announced that the Justice Department would not defend the Affordable Care Act in a closely watched federal court case, numerous associations in the medical space and beyond threw their support behind the law in a series of amicus briefs.
Monday Buzz: How to Handle Subcultures
Subcultures naturally pop up within organizations, and it’s important to manage them effectively to keep them from turning toxic. Also: As apps and platforms integrate, social media will likely become a major event sales channel.
Specialty Food Group Dishes on Special Sauce Behind Incubator Village
The Specialty Food Association is increasing the space it’s donating to incubators at its Summer Fancy Food Show. This year, the former Incubator Alley has grown to an Incubator Village, spotlighting 11 incubators and 80 emerging food companies.
The Smart Way to Take a Risk
Failures are inevitable. But, as former Kickstarter CEO Yancey Strickler explains, taking a few chances is essential for an organization's survival.
Membership Hack: Spotlight Future Leaders
The Accounting and Financial Women’s Alliance spotlights young members who have stories to tell and are in a good position to lead.
Hospital Association Funds Opioid-Tracking Tool for New Jersey Emergency Rooms
The New Jersey Hospital Association, along with its Health Research and Educational Trust, will fund a software platform that will make it easier to track opioid prescriptions and identify proper treatments for ER patients.
Awesome Nonprofit Story of the Week: How An Aquarium Rescued a Seahorse
This week, the Clearwater Marine Aquarium in Florida went out of its way to save a tiny seahorse named Frito—and it’s not the first time the nonprofit marine rescue center has stepped up for the species.
Friday Buzz: How Open Should Your Online Community Be?
A community engagement pro makes the case for nuanced thinking about what makes a good association community. Also: Is it possible to get some personal space during an airport layover?
Why One City Practices Diversity in Meetings and in Life
As meeting organizers embrace diversity and inclusion, their event playbook evolves.
